2026 Leading Ladies Gala
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Join us for the Leading Ladies Gala on September 10, 2026 at the Portland Community Center. This evening will be dedicated to recognizing Leading Ladies within the Coastal Bend for making a positive impact on their community. This event will include dinner, a large auction, a Diamond Dig, a Photo Booth, and an awards ceremony.
The Leading Ladies Gala is a partnered event between the Aransas Pass, Ingleside, Portland & Sinton Chambers of Commerce.
LEADING LADY NOMINATIONS & VOTING - CLOSED
Nomination Submissions: August 4-5, 2026
Public Voting: August 11-15, 2026
THEME
The 2026 Leading Ladies gala theme is Dressed to Sparkle!
SPIRIT CONTEST
Show off your spirit and win big!
We're hosting a spirit contest at the Leading Ladies Gala and your table could be the one to take home the grand prize!
All you have to do is register for a table, dress to impress, and deck out your table in Sparkle themed decor!
All guests will have the opportunity at the event to submit their vote for the best decorated table.
Table decorating - September 10, 2026 at 1-3 PM | Portland Community Center
2025 INITATIVE - CASA OF BEE, LIVE OAK MCMULLEN AND SAN PATRICIO COUNTIES
This year, the Leading Ladies Gala, hosted annually by the Aransas Pass, Ingleside, Portland, and Sinton Chambers of Commerce, is proud to support CASA of Bee, Live Oak, McMullen, and San Patricio Counties.
CASA’s mission is to help abused and neglected children in our communities find permanent, loving homes by empowering citizens to serve as volunteers who advocate for each child’s best interest.
Community Donation Drive
Too often, foster children are relocated without a way to carry their belongings. To help, each community is collecting new travel bags to provide dignity and comfort during these transitions.
✅ What to Donate:
📍 Drop-Off Locations:
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Aransas Pass Chamber of Commerce
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Ingleside Chamber of Commerce
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Portland Chamber of Commerce
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Sinton Chamber of Commerce
📅 Donations Accepted Until: September 9, 2026
Together, we can make a difference. 💙
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Date and Time
Thursday Sep 10, 2026 Wednesday Jun 3, 2026
6-9 PM
Doors Open at 5:30 PM
Location
PORTLAND COMMUNITY CENTER
Portland, TX 78374
Fees/Admission
Champions Presenting Sponsor - $3000 (Limit One)
Sponsor Credits as Presenting Sponsor
Sponsor Credits for Diamond Dig
Company Logo On Overhead Banner at Diamond Dig Booth
Prominent Seating For 8
Company Name Displayed on Tabletop
Company Logo Displayed on Event Welcome Screens
Recognition In Opening and Closing Statements
Complimentary Red & White Wine Table Setting
Company Logo On Front Page of Program
Company Logo On All Marketing Promotions Related to Event
Innovators Purse Sponsor - $2000.00 (Limit One)
Sponsor Credits for Purse Snatch
Company Logo Displayed at Purse Snatch Station
Prominent Seating For 8
Company Name Displayed on Tabletop
Company Logo Displayed on Event Welcome Screens
Recognition In Opening and Closing Statements
Complimentary Red & White Wine Table Setting
Company Logo On Front Page of Program
Innovators Auction Sponsor - $2,000 (Limit One)
Sponsor Credits for Auction
Company Logo On All Auction Tables and Overhead Banner
Prominent Seating For 8
Company Name Displayed on Tabletop
Company Logo Displayed on Event Welcome Screens
Recognition In Opening and Closing Statements
Complimentary Red & White Wine Table Setting
Company Logo On Front Page of Program
Innovators Awards Sponsor - $2,000 (Limit One)
Sponsor Credits for Awards
Company Name engraved On Recipient Awards
Prominent Seating For 8
Company Name Displayed on Tabletop
Company Logo Displayed on Event Welcome Screens
Recognition In Opening and Closing Statements
Complimentary Red & White Wine Table Setting
Company Logo On Front Page of Program
Innovators Photo Booth Sponsor - $2,000 -Limit One
Sponsor Credits for Photo Booth
Company Logo On Photo Booth Photos
Prominent Seating For 8
Company Name Displayed on Tabletop
Company Logo Displayed on Event Welcome Screens
Recognition In Opening and Closing Statements
Complimentary Red & White Wine Table Setting
Company Logo On Front Page of Program
Company recognition as gift sponsor for the 4 Leading Lady Award Winners
Reserved Seating For 8
Company Name Displayed on Tabletop
Recognition In Opening and Closing Statements
Complimentary Red & White Wine Table Setting
Company Logo In Program
Philanthropy Sponsor - $1,000
Sponsorship credits for table dedicated to the selected philanthropic organizations representatives
Business highlight in the event program
2 seats in individual seating
Company logo displayed in philanthropic video shown to attendees at the event
Company logo on $1,000 check presented to the philanthropic organization at the event
Company logo on marketing materials distributed about the philanthropic initiative (donations, etc.)
Sponsorship credits for 1 auction item and company logo displayed on table tent
Company Name Displayed On Tabletop
Individual Seating - $55
